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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from £1,195

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16:55 - 05:30
EDI
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CNS
27h 35m
2 stops
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19:10 - 15:55
CNS
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EDI
53h 45m
3 stops
£1,195Multiple Airlines
Tue, 23 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun
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07:55 - 09:45
EDI
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CNS
40h 50m
2 stops
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11:00 - 13:40
CNS
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EDI
35h 40m
2 stops
£1,252Multiple Airlines
Sat, 1 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug
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16:55 - 09:20
EDI
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CNS
55h 25m
3 stops
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19:10 - 15:55
CNS
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EDI
53h 45m
3 stops
£1,254Multiple Airlines
Tue, 23 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun
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07:55 - 09:45
EDI
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CNS
40h 50m
2 stops
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09:40 - 13:40
CNS
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EDI
37h 00m
3 stops
£1,286Multiple Airlines
Sat, 1 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug
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15:10 - 18:25
EDI
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CNS
42h 15m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
12:10 - 13:40
CNS
-
EDI
34h 30m
2 stops
£1,319Qatar Airways
Tue, 23 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun
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22:00 - 16:55
EDI
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CNS
33h 55m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
15:45 - 20:05
CNS
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EDI
37h 20m
2 stops
£1,355Emirates
Sun, 7 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
07:55 - 23:20
EDI
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CNS
30h 25m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:15 - 13:40
CNS
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EDI
51h 25m
2 stops
£1,363Qatar Airways
Wed, 8 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
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07:55 - 09:50
EDI
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CNS
40h 55m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:15 - 06:25
CNS
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EDI
44h 10m
2 stops
£1,370Qatar Airways
Tue, 7 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul
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07:55 - 23:20
EDI
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CNS
30h 25m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 13:40
CNS
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EDI
50h 50m
2 stops
£1,374Qatar Airways
Tue, 29 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
07:55 - 09:50
EDI
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CNS
40h 55m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
19:15 - 06:25
CNS
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EDI
44h 10m
2 stops
£1,375Qatar Airways
Wed, 29 Jul - Mon, 10 Aug

Qatar Airways flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Qatar Airways
23 Jun
EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
42h 15m
2 stops
CNS18:25Cairns
30 Jun
CNS12:10Cairns
34h 30m
2 stops
EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,319
Qatar Airways
8 Jul
EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
30h 25m
2 stops
CNS23:20Cairns
26 Jul
CNS19:15Cairns
51h 25m
2 stops
EDI13:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,363
Qatar Airways
7 Jul
EDI07:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
40h 55m
2 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
27 Jul
CNS19:15Cairns
44h 10m
2 stops
EDI06:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,370

Emirates flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best Emirates deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
Emirates
7 Jun
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
33h 55m
2 stops
CNS16:55Cairns
13 Jun
CNS15:45Cairns
37h 20m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,355
Emirates
1 Jun
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
39h 45m
2 stops
CNS22:45Cairns
6 Aug
CNS07:30Cairns
45h 35m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,479
Emirates
1 Jun
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
39h 45m
2 stops
CNS22:45Cairns
3 Aug
CNS17:25Cairns
35h 40m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,486

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EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/6

16:55-05:30

2 stops27h 35m

Cairns

Tue 30/6

19:10-15:55

3 stops53h 45m

£1,195

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/8

07:55-09:45

2 stops40h 50m

Cairns

Thu 13/8

11:00-13:40

2 stops35h 40m

£1,252

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/6

16:55-09:20

3 stops55h 25m

Cairns

Tue 30/6

19:10-15:55

3 stops53h 45m

£1,254

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 1/8

07:55-09:45

2 stops40h 50m

Cairns

Thu 13/8

09:40-13:40

3 stops37h 00m

£1,286

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 23/6

15:10-18:25

2 stops42h 15m

Cairns

Tue 30/6

12:10-13:40

2 stops34h 30m

£1,319
Fastest return journey

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 7/6

22:00-16:55

2 stops33h 55m

Cairns

Sat 13/6

15:45-20:05

2 stops37h 20m

£1,355

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/7

07:55-23:20

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Sun 26/7

19:15-13:40

2 stops51h 25m

£1,363

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 7/7

07:55-09:50

2 stops40h 55m

Cairns

Mon 27/7

19:15-06:25

2 stops44h 10m

£1,370

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 29/9

07:55-23:20

2 stops30h 25m

Cairns

Fri 16/10

19:50-13:40

2 stops50h 50m

£1,374

EdinburghCairns

EDI - CNS

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 29/7

07:55-09:50

2 stops40h 55m

Cairns

Mon 10/8

19:15-06:25

2 stops44h 10m

£1,375

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

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Fastest flight time

30h 25m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cairns takes 30h 25m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns is 9282.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 30h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Edinburgh to Cairns?

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6.8
7,985 reviews
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